schütteten

Schütteten is a German verb. It is the past tense plural form of the verb "schütten." The verb "schütten" generally means to pour, dump, or throw something, often in large quantities. In its past plural form, "schütteten" describes an action performed by multiple subjects in the past. For example, "Die Kinder schütteten Wasser auf die Pflanzen" translates to "The children poured water on the plants."

The verb "schütten" can be used in various contexts. It can refer to the physical act of pouring liquids, such as water or sand. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the accumulation or deposit of something. For instance, "Die Vögel schütteten Federn auf den Boden" could mean "The birds dropped feathers on the ground." The exact meaning depends heavily on the context in which the word is used.

In colloquial German, "schütten" can also imply a quick or careless action of discarding or emptying something. However, the past plural form "schütteten" specifically indicates that this action was carried out by more than one person or thing. Understanding the grammatical context and the surrounding words is crucial for accurately interpreting the meaning of "schütteten."